Valentine Lovebirds

Lovebirds, members of the genus Agapornis, are part of the parrot family. They are among the smallest parrots - between 13-17 cm long and weigh about 50g.  Lovebirds are named so due to the strength of their monogamous bonds; partners also spend a lot of their time together.  There are nine species of lovebirds. They are native to Africa; eight of the nine are native to the African mainland, and the other is native to Madagascar.  

• Rosy-faced Lovebird
• Fischer’s Lovebird
• Masked Lovebird
• Black-collared Lovebird
• Black-winged Lovebird

• Lilian’s Lovebird, or Nyasa lovebird and is extremely rare generally seen only  in the Liwonde National Park in Malawi.
• Black-cheeked Lovebird
• Red-faced Lovebird
• Grey-headed Lovebird - the only lovebird species native to Madagascar, and not to the continental landmass of Africa

Happy Valentines's Day!

Also see Nature's Valentine courtesy of the RSPB.